The WORST Massage I Ever Received & The Red Flags You Need to Know

This is the story of the worst massage I ever received and the warnings signs that it was not going to meet my needs. I hate for anyone to receive bad bodywork so I wanted to share my story and teach you how NOT to end up on the receiving end of a terrible massage. Many moons ago when I was in college I decided to treat myself to a massage. I had just finished exams and I was exhausted in both body and mind so I saw a good deal at a local massage office and decided to try it out. I didn’t really know what to expect from a professional massage but now that I am a massage therapist and run a wellness business, I look back at the experience and cringe. There were so many red flags and here was the first:

The History of Massage Part 1: A Journey To Ancient China

Massage is one of the oldest forms of healing practices and has been used for thousands of years in many different cultures around the world. The origins of massage are difficult to trace precisely, but historians believe that it was first practiced in China around 3,000 BCE. Massage has a rich history in China, dating back thousands of years. The earliest written records of massage in China date back to the Nei Jing, a Chinese medical text written around 2700 BCE. This text describes massage as a therapeutic tool for healing and promoting wellness, and it provides detailed descriptions of massage techniques and their benefits.

Health, Education, Massage Therapy, Self-CareDrea TremolsJune 14, 2023massage, tui na, china, history, massage therapy, massage modality, techniqueComment

7 Most Common Questions About Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is a popular form of alternative medicine that has been used for centuries to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and relieve muscle tension. I have a feeling that the questions I get now are similar to ones that perhaps people of ancient China, India or Greece asked. There are questions that just seem to be on rotation in peoples minds. Whether you're new to massage therapy or a seasoned veteran, you may have some questions about the practice. In this post, I'll answer some of the most frequently asked questions about massage therapy.